Tong Operator - International Snubbing Services

Since 1982, International Snubbing Services (ISS), a Superior Energy Services subsidiary, has provided industry leading well-intervention services. Areas of expertise include hydraulic workover (HWO), snubbing, well control, blowout prevention, P&A, offshore drilling, intervention solutions, and equipment. The company's experienced teams are trained to the highest level of certification and backed by our enhanced and proven equipment.  

Join our well-intervention team! ISS is seeking a Tong Operator to join our team of snubbing and hydraulic workover specialists. Career path advancement is accessible through specialized training and mentors who are committed to helping you learn about the snubbing and HWO process. 

Project locations are primarily in the Gulf of Mexico and Texas land-based job sites. Lodging, meal subsidies, and rotating schedules are provided by ISS, based on the assigned project. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in rig-up and rig down of HWO or Snubbing unit and related equipment
• Execute tong and pumping operations
• Skilled in rigging up an HWO and snubbing unit
• Ability to inspect, service, and maintain tong equipment
• Maintain the correct torque using the tong relief valve (Confirm torque value)
• Ability to operate high pressure pumps
• Basic ability to understand, speak, read, and write English
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and understand equipment certification and test charts
• Maintain general housekeeping

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified; nothing restricts the company’s right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time or for any reason.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• High School or GED equivalent preferred
• Strong knowledge of the mechanics of power tongs
• Experience in oilfield services required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

WORKING CONDITIONS   

• Perform work in all types of environmental and extreme weather conditions.
• Perform duties with all protective equipment and H2S respirator when required. 
• Working from varying heights.
• Working with high-pressure equipment. 

OUTSTANDING BENEFITS 

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• 100% Company Paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Employee Job Referral Bonus Program

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.